What will my child be doing?
At Red Kite, we foster creativity and exploration through engaging activities and natural materials.
Empowering Children Through Creative Expression and Playful Learning
At Red Kite Preschool, we believe in nurturing creativity through diverse forms of expression. Children engage in activities like painting, singing, and building, fostering their unique talents and interests.
Painting and drawing to unleash imagination and creativity.
Singing and dancing to enhance rhythm and coordination.
Building and making to develop problem-solving skills.
Building Social Skills Through Play
Our ENGAGE Programme is designed to enhance children's social and emotional skills through fun, interactive games. Based on research from the University of Otago, activities like Animal Speeds and Superhero Breathing make learning enjoyable and effective.
Explore Nature with Our Bush Walks
Our Bush Walks offer children aged 3.5 years and older the chance to connect with nature. Guided by our teachers, they learn to navigate the outdoors safely while having fun.
Nature Exploration
Children engage in climbing, building, and discovering in a safe, supportive environment.
Safety First
We teach children how to stay safe while enjoying their outdoor adventures.
Baking Fun: A Tasty Learning Experience for Toddlers
Baking with children offers numerous educational benefits, from teaching hygiene to introducing basic math concepts. It's a delightful way for them to learn about healthy eating while having fun.
Learning Through Baking
Children explore science, math, and teamwork while creating delicious treats together.
Healthy Habits
Baking sessions promote healthy eating habits and foster a love for nutritious food.
Healthy Meals for Growing Minds
Red Kite Preschool is enrolled for the Healthy Heart Award. Our menu has been approved by Heart Foundation nutritionists to provide healthy food for growing children, providing plenty of protein, vegetables and grains.
Meals prepared from fresh each day
All our food is vegetarian and our cook prepares morning tea, afternoon tea and lunch on the premises.
A Menu That Supports Healthy Development
We have a 4 week menu cycle that ensures plenty of variety. Please ask us if you'd like to find out more about our menu. Fruit is served twice daily and milk is offered at afternoon tea.
Fresh and Nutritious for Young Babies
We serve homemade vegetable purees for infants. Closely supervised, we use infant-led weaning. We offer babies finger foods they can manage, so they can learn to feed themselves right from the start.
Helping Your Child Settle into Their New Preschool Environment
Starting preschool can be a big change for little ones. We understand that every child is unique, and we encourage you to support their adjustment to this new environment through a gradual familiarisation process.
Spend time with your child during the transition.
Short play dates can ease their nerves.
Familiarisation visits are free and beneficial for everyone.
